Deadline: 31-May-2026
The Foundation for the Promotion of Ion Engineering research grant supports early-career researchers conducting studies on ion behavior and its applications in science and technology.
The program focuses on understanding how ions interact in:
- Matter and materials
- Biological systems
- Environmental and ecosystem processes
It supports both fundamental and applied research that advances ion-related scientific knowledge.
Key Research Areas
Applicants may work in one selected field:
- Inorganic chemistry
- Organic chemistry
- Physics
- Life and biological sciences
Research themes include:
- Ion behavior in physical and chemical systems
- Biological functions influenced by ions
- Environmental and ecosystem ion processes
- Material synthesis using ion science
- Technological applications of ion research
Funding Details
- Grant amount: 800,000 yen per project
- Total number of grants: 13 projects
- Grant duration: Until March 31, 2028
- Eligible expenses: Research-related costs only
- Not allowed: Purchase of personal hardware (e.g., computers, printers)
Who is Eligible?
Applicants must:
- Be young researchers affiliated with a Japanese academic or research institution
- Be under 38 years old as of April 1, 2027
- Be employed by a research or academic institution (students not eligible)
- Submit only one application per person
- Select one research field (chemistry, physics, or life sciences)
Application Requirements
Applicants must submit:
- Completed official application form
- One relevant research paper
- Recommendation letter from institution head (e.g., dean or department head)
Additional rules:
- Only one application per person is allowed
- Undergraduate and graduate students are not eligible
Selection Criteria
Applications are evaluated based on:
- Alignment with foundation objectives
- Originality and innovation of research
- Academic quality and strength
- Potential for future scientific development
- Contribution to ion engineering advancement
Program Timeline
- Selection notification: Mid-July 2026
- Grant period ends: March 31, 2028
- Mandatory participation: Online award ceremony
Reporting Requirements
Recipients must submit:
- Final research results report
- Detailed expenditure report
- Documentation of project outcomes
Submitted reports are retained by the foundation and kept confidential.
Why This Program Matters
This grant supports the next generation of researchers in ion science, a field critical to advances in materials, biology, and environmental systems.
It helps:
- Strengthen early-career scientific research capacity
- Advance ion-based technologies
- Promote innovation in interdisciplinary science
- Support foundational and applied research development
- Encourage academic excellence in Japanese research institutions
Conclusion
The Foundation for the Promotion of Ion Engineering research grant provides 800,000 yen to young researchers in Japan working on ion-related science and engineering. By supporting high-quality, innovative research, the program contributes to scientific advancement in chemistry, physics, biology, and environmental systems.
For more information, visit The Foundation for The Promotion of Ion Engineering.